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ROK Minister of National Defense visits Osan

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Kurt Helphinstine, Seventh Air Force deputy commander, greets the Minister of National Defense of the Republic of Korea, the Hon. Kim, Yong-kyun, during a visit to Osan Air Base, ROK, Oct. 4, 2024. Hon. Kim met with U.S. and ROK Air Force senior leaders in the combined ROK and U.S. Air Operations Center, gaining insight into capabilities of the two air forces and emphasizing the importance and strength of the ROK-U.S. Alliance. The event marked Kim’s first visit with Seventh Air Force leaders since his appointment to the position in September 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Rachelle Coleman)
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ROK Minister of National Defense visits Osan

Senior leaders from the Republic of Korea Air Force Operations Command and Seventh Air Force pose for a group photo with the Minister of National Defense of the Republic of Korea, the Hon. Kim, Yong-kyun, during a visit to Osan Air Base, ROK, Oct. 4, 2024. Hon. Kim met with U.S. and ROK Air Force senior leaders in the combined ROK and U.S. Air Operations Center, gaining insight into capabilities of the two air forces and emphasizing the importance and strength of the ROK-U.S. Alliance. The event marked Kim’s first visit with Seventh Air Force leaders since his appointment to the position in September 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Rachelle Coleman)
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Chief Master Sgt. Jeremiah Ross, Seventh Air Force command chief, provides opening remarks during the Chief Master Sergeant Business Symposium Sept. 3, 2024 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. The symposium provided chiefs with a setting to discuss difficult topics with a network of their peers. This is the second time the symposium has been held. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Rachelle Coleman)
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Senior Airman Sonny Haquani, 692nd Intelligence Squadron intel analyst, and Maj. Tiffany Harwood, present information on the Warfighter Mindset during the Chiefs Business Symposium at the Dragon Hill Lodge in Seoul , Sept. 6, 2024. The discussion focused on what the group valued about resiliency and provide recommendations for how they might adjust their approaches going forward. (Courtesy photo)
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Chiefs gather for second annual business symposium in Seoul

Chief master sergeants from Kunsan Air Base, Osan Air Base, Daegu Air Base, and U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys visit the War Memorial of Korea in Seoul, Sept. 4, 2024. As part of the Chiefs Business Symposium, the group toured the War Memorial of Korea which offered the senior leaders a comprehensive overview of the Korean War, enabling them to better comprehend the current political and military landscape of the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Rachelle Coleman)
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Chiefs gather for second annual business symposium in Seoul

Chiefs from Kunsan Air Base, Osan Air Base, Daegu Air Base, and U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys pose in front of the Korean War Monument at the War Memorial of Korea in Seoul, Sept. 4, 2024. The group toured of the War Memorial of Korea which offered the senior leaders a comprehensive overview of the Korean War, enabling them to better comprehend the current political and military landscape of the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Rachelle Coleman)
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Chiefs gather for second annual business symposium in Seoul

Lt. Gen. David Iverson, Seventh Air Force commander, provides opening remarks during the Chief Master Sergeant Business Symposium Sept. 3, 2024 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Iverson discussed the future of the Numbered Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Rachelle Coleman)
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U.S. Air Force Airmen and Republic of Korea Air Force service members gather for a group photo to commemorate the start of exercise Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 9, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. As one of the numerous training events where U.S. service members work closely with allied and partner nations, HG24 puts into practice several scenario-based training to ensure the preparedness of each nation for future and current operations - showcasing the mutual respect, interoperability and friendship shared. (ROKAF courtesy photo)
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U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force personnel gather around a monument at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 13, 2024, at Busan, ROK. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. On days without flying operations, the U.S. and ROK forces gathered together to participate in cultural exchanges and activities to strengthen the bonds between the two nations. Concluding the event, both nations visited the UNMC to pay respects to the fallen prior to departure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force loadmasters assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron showcase operations and uses of the static line system on a C-130J Super Hercules during a subject matter exchange event in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 13, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. HG24 allowed members throughout the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th AS to collaborate, exchange knowledge and ultimately advance interoperability across the Indo-Pacific region with their ROK Air Force partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Army and Republic of Korea Army Soldiers conduct a static-line jump out of a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 12, 2024, near Gimhae Air Base, ROK. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. Personnel assigned to Special Operations Command Korea routinely train with other units from around the Indo-Pacific region, including U.S. and multinational partners, ensuring a continued state of readiness toward a credible and integrated deterrence force posture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force personnel load a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron with several container delivery system bundles for a mass airdrop operation in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 12, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, ROK. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. HG24 allowed members of the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th AS to learn more about ROK Air Force procedures, demonstrate U.S. Air Force techniques, tactics and procedures, all while demonstrating the interoperability between joint airdrop operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force personnel load a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron with several container delivery system bundles for a mass airdrop operation in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 12, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, ROK. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. HG24 allowed members of the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th AS to learn more about ROK Air Force procedures, demonstrate U.S. Air Force techniques, tactics and procedures, all while demonstrating the interoperability between joint airdrop operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force Capt. Zack Norton, 36th Airlift Squadron pilot, discusses mission planning alongside Republic of Korea Air Force C-130J Super Hercules pilots during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 11, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, ROK. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. As one of the numerous training events where U.S. service members work closely with allied and partner nations, HG24 puts into practice several scenario-based training to ensure the preparedness of each nation for future and current operations - showcasing the mutual respect, interoperability and friendship shared. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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A heavy equipment bundle exits the ramp of a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during airdrop operations in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 10, 2024, near Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Adam Walenski, 36th Airlift Squadron evaluator loadmaster, prepares a heavy equipment bundle for an airdrop during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 10, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. HG24 allowed members of the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th Airlift Squadron to learn more about ROKAF procedures, demonstrate U.S. Air Force techniques, tactics and procedures, all while demonstrating the interoperability between joint airdrop operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Carson Christian, 374th Operations Support Squadron joint airdrop inspector, inspects heavy equipment for an airdrop during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 10, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. HG24 allowed members throughout the 374th OSS, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th Airlift Squadron to collaborate, exchange knowledge and ultimately advance interoperability across the Indo-Pacific region with their ROK Air Force partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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Wolf Pack conducts close air support and personnel recovery training in the West Sea

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing takes off from the flight line for a training mission at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Sept. 23, 2024. Several Kunsan F-16s conducted routine maritime close air support and personnel recovery training in the West Sea as part of their annual training and flying hours program. Training in a wide range of mission sets and environments ensures aircrew remain ready to integrate with joint partners and provide combat airpower wherever needed and is a critical part of Seventh Air Force’s “Fight Tonight” mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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Wolf Pack conducts close air support and personnel recovery training in the West Sea

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing takes off from the flight line for a training mission at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Sept. 23, 2024. Several Kunsan F-16s conducted routine maritime close air support and personnel recovery training in the West Sea as part of their annual training and flying hours program. Training in a wide range of mission sets and environments ensures aircrew remain ready to integrate with joint partners and provide combat airpower wherever needed and is a critical part of Seventh Air Force’s “Fight Tonight” mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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Wolf Pack conducts close air support and personnel recovery training in the West Sea

U.S. Air Force Capt. Walker Frazell, 35th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, conducts a preflight inspection in advance of a training mission at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Sept. 23, 2024. Several Kunsan F-16s conducted routine maritime close air support and personnel recovery training in the West Sea as part of their annual training and flying hours program. Training in a wide range of mission sets and environments ensures aircrew remain ready to integrate with joint partners and provide combat airpower wherever needed and is a critical part of Seventh Air Force’s “Fight Tonight” mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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